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Coconut Lime Fish Soup: A Tropical Comfort in Every Spoon

Coconut Lime Fish Soup blends rich coconut milk and zesty lime, creating a nourishing, vibrant dish perfect for any season.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets Consider using cod, tilapia, or swap for shrimp or tofu if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with coconut oil for added flavor.
  • 1 Onion Yellow or white onions work best for this recipe.
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Fresh is preferable, but powdered garlic can be substituted (1/8 teaspoon per clove).
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh is best, but dried ginger can be used (1 teaspoon).
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Any bell pepper can substitute or can be omitted for simplicity.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat coconut milk enhances richness; light coconut milk is a lower-fat option.
  • 4 cups Fish or Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed lime enhances flavor; bottled lime juice is a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Can be replaced with soy sauce for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Feel free to omit it if you're watching sugar intake.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Parsley can be used as a substitute for a different taste.
  • for serving Lime Wedges Adds extra citrus brightness to each bowl.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Coconut Lime Fish Soup
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add one chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Next, stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger. Let these aromatics cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Now, add one sliced red bell pepper to the pot and sauté the peppers for about 3-4 minutes, or until soft.
  4. Pour in one can of full-fat coconut milk and 4 cups of fish or chicken broth into the pot, stirring to combine everything well. Increase the heat slightly until it reaches a gentle simmer.
  5. Once simmering, add the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir to mix, then adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Gently add your choice of white fish fillets to the simmering broth and allow the soup to simmer for about 5-7 minutes or until the fish is opaque.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat and gently stir in a handful of chopped fresh cilantro.
  8. Ladle the Coconut Lime Fish Soup into bowls, garnishing each with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For optimal texture, it's best to freeze the soup without the fish. Cook the fish fresh when you're ready to serve.

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